Why Does Wellbeing At Work Matter?
Wellbeing has a profound impact on individuals, and organizations.
At Work Well with Margret, we believe that investing in Wellbeing is not just an option but a necessity for unlocking the full potential of individuals and teams.
Let’s explore why Wellbeing matters and how it can transform your company.
What's Your Work Culture Like?
We spend nearly a third of our lives at work, which makes workplace culture more than just a “nice to have.”
It’s the environment that shapes how people feel, think, and perform every day.
Everyone talks about culture, but it doesn’t work if wellbeing isn’t part of it. Wellness initiatives have a profound impact on creating a positive work culture. When organizations make wellbeing a priority, they show a genuine commitment to their people’s health and quality of life. This builds trust, care, and connection, leading to higher morale, stronger collaboration, and lasting employee satisfaction.
A culture rooted in wellness doesn’t just help people feel better, it helps businesses perform better. This directly impacts retention, because people don’t leave workplaces where they feel valued and cared for.
Replacing an employee can cost anywhere from half to two times their annual salary, so investing in wellbeing isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s also the smart thing to do. But that's not all...
Improved Productivity
Wellbeing is closely linked to productivity. When individuals feel physically and mentally well, they are more focused, motivated, and engaged in their personal and professional lives.
By investing in wellbeing, organizations create a supportive environment that encourages employees to prioritize their health, leading to increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and higher job satisfaction.
Employee Engagement
Wellbeing programs are powerful tools for fostering employee engagement. When employees feel supported and valued through wellbeing initiatives, they develop a stronger sense of loyalty and commitment to their organization.
Engaged employees are more likely to collaborate effectively and contribute to a positive and thriving work culture.
Reduce Healthcare Costs
The rising costs of healthcare are a concern for individuals
and organizations alike.
By promoting wellbeing, individuals can prevent chronic diseases, manage existing conditions, and reduce healthcare expenses.
Organizations that prioritize wellness initiatives can experience a significant reduction in healthcare costs associated with preventable conditions, resulting in long-term savings and financial stability.
The mission is to shift the productivity perception
Companies lose about
$1700 per employee, per year due to fatigue related productivity loss
Study found that burnout accounts for an estimated
$190B Healthcare Cost
When productivity is measured without rest
1 in 3 consider leaving their job due to stress and lack of balance
It is not about doing more or earning rest after burnout. True productivity includes wellbeing, balance, clarity, and the ability to show up fully in work and life. Rising health insurance costs are driven by stress related issues, and they impact both employees and employers.
Investing in wellbeing is not only about the longevity of people’s lives, it also protects the company’s bottom line. It reduces turnover, absenteeism, and preventable medical costs.
It is time to stop exchanging perks for wellbeing that works. When people are supported to rest, reset, and care for their health, they perform better, stay engaged, and help the business grow in a sustainable way.
Employees who feel supported in their wellbeing
3 times more engaged
and 65% more likely to stay
According to Deloitte, for every $1 employers invest in wellbeing
Companies see an average return of $4 through reduced healthcare claims, absenteeism and turnover
